Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS
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Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 245g - 98 x 64 x 24mm
- Launched February 2010
- Other Name is mju Tough 8010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2013
Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Olympus 8010 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe 8010 was released 4 years before the WG-3 GPS which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 8010 grades against the WG-3 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 8010 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8010 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
8010 | WG-3 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Olympus 8010
WG-3 GPS | 8010 | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | February 2010 | More modern by 42 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 8010 and Pentax WG-3 GPS
8010 | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 8010 provides outer measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check out the Olympus 8010 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the 8010 against the WG-3 GPS.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8010 and WG-3 GPS is 92 and 90 respectively.
Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The picture below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 8010 and WG-3 GPS.
As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-3 GPS to give greater detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged 8010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Pentax WG-3 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Pentax WG-3 GPS |
Also called | mju Tough 8010 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2013-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245 gr (0.54 pounds) | 238 gr (0.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 64 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $600 | $350 |